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I am partial to Springfields, I have a parkerized GI... Which pretty much is their entry-level 1911, but I am looking to find a Loaded Target in black stainless... A good source of info is the XD Talk M1911 forum. There are many quality 1911s out there, a bud of mine just picked up a 4" Rock Island which, for being made in the Philippines, is quite nice. But a word of caution, 1911s are very addicting! Cheers! M2

And once again, God Bless Texas! Cheers! M2

12-13 July at the Alzafar Shrine Temple (901 N Loop 1604 West) Sat 9am - 6pm and Sun 9am - 5pm Let me know if you are going, I will probably go early on Saturday morning... You might also want to check Gun Deals.com for some good buys on ammo... Cheers! M2

So far the XDM has only been made in a .40; I've handled one and honestly there isn't enough there to make me give up my XD-45 Service for one, even if it came out in a .45 ACP. Go out and get yourself an XD-9 if you want one, it is a great gun! Cheers! M2

Attaboy! Trust me, you made the right choice. Nothing against the .22; but why practice with a round that isn't going to be what you want if you ever need it for self defense? The .45 is as American as John Wayne, and was the caliber that won the Second World War... And the good thing is that you can now buy a 1911 and justify it as you will already have .45 ACP ammo! Cheers! M2

Get the XD. I saw them at the SAXET show this morning at the Freeman Coliseum for $460. Damn good price, and a better choice than a .22 pistol if you ask me. If you want to try shooting one, let me know. I normally shoot at the Bullethole, just outside of 1604 on 90 west. If you are up at Randolph it is a bit of a drive, but the offer is there... Cheers! M2

Flare I wouldn't be working towards one of their degrees if I didn't have absolute confidence that it is recognized and worth the trouble. As I stated, I already have a masters and only started a second with AMU as the program interested me and is applicable to the job I now do as a contractor. Several of the people I work with (also contractors) have undergrad degrees from AMU and/or are working on a grad degree from them. And they must be recognized as I received an invitation to join an international honor society based on my "academic excellence." Don't misconstrue the fact that it is an on-line program with it being easy, it is not. There is a lot of reading to do and the workload is considerable. Sure, it is not the same as going fulltime and in-residence, but no distance education is going to match that; but for an online program it is widely recognized within the DoD as it is geared towards military personnel. As a matter of fact, it was started by a former Marine instructor out of Quantico in 1991. AMU is also academically unusual in that it is both regionally and nationally accredited. Regional accreditation is granted by Higher Learning Commission of the North Central Association; amnd their national accreditation is through Accrediting Commission, Distance Education and Training Council (DETC). Plus, if you have ever priced classes at the University of Pheonix, AMU becomes even more attractive! So, to sum it all up, obviously I have no qualms about pursing a degree from AMU! Hope that helps! Cheers! M2

Just announced on 17 June, see link at the end of the article for more info: As for the five -53s, miracles do happen! I guess the pic was taken from a -53, though; as I only count four... A five-ship formation of MH-53 Pave Low helicopters flies June 12 over the Gulf of Mexico. The aircraft are assigned to the 20th Special Operations Squadron from Hurlburt Field, Fla. (U.S. Air Force photo/Senior Airman Emily Moore) Still a sweet pic! Cheers! M2

Daniel Have you tried the AFROTC web site? There is a detachment locator on there, or you can email them directly at: AFROTC1@maxwell.af.mil You could also try this guy: Regional Director of Admissions Capt Keith Linenberger University of North Texas Phone #: 9405652075 Fax #: 9405654269 Email address: klinenberger@unt.edu I did a brief scan of the General Requirements for Admission and did not see anything that specifically prohibited your applying; but I did find this... So the bottom line is that although it isn't looking good, I couldn't find where it is explicitly prohibited. But don't let that stop you from asking, as you could be the first! And let us know what you find out, and be sure if whoever you talk to tells you 'no' that they provide you with the regulation (a.k.a. Air Force Instruction) to include paragraph number, that says that. I'm curious as to what you'll find out. Lastly, don't be dejected if you find out you can't go the AFROTC route. As stated, you can always apply for OTS once you have your degree! Best of luck to ya! Cheers! M2

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Seriously, if it is going to be this complicated, then maybe you should examine other alternatives. You wouldn't be the first Jew to serve in the USAF and probably not the last; but it appears you have conflicts and to be honest, I see a rocky road ahead of you. Even if you go intel or into Cyber Command, there will always be a possibility that you could be alone with a female in an "intimate" location. For example, you are on a mid-shift watch, and that happens, what are you going to do? Leave? Fuck that! And yes, you will be subject to foul language like the kind I just used. Are you going to complain because other people swear? And where does that end? Are you going to complain because other people drink? Trust me, you will be a lonely person if you do. It is OK not to swear or drink yourselves, but when you try to impose your beliefs on others, you will only ostracize yourself. The only rules and regulations you are expect to enforce are those of the USAF. Inasmuch as I applaud anyone's desire to serve their country, that doesn't overshadow the fact that it means fitting into an environment that may not suit your personal needs. When that ass clown Clinton invoked the "Don't Ask, Don't Tell" policy on DoD, most weren't happy. But he had to appease the gays and let them serve. Not don’t misconstrue that to mean I am homophobic, I am not and actually have a very good friend who is gay. But he is not in the military, and even he understands why that policy is wrong. My bottom line is that when you join the military, you are joining an institution whose needs come before yours. We all make sacrifices, and we all accept that. If you are not absolutely, 100% sure you will be able to do that, then maybe you are on the wrong career path. Now would be a very good time to make sure… Cheers! M2

Can't claim credit for this one; but it is too good not to share... Also got this one from a Jeep forum... Cheers! M2

Try this site first: https://www.usafhc.af.mil/main/contactus.asp And if you are unsuccesful, let me know and I will track down a Jewish Chaplain here at Lackland. Also, you may want to read through this: https://online.jcca.org/press_jwb.html Cheers! M2

Are all Brits wearing US flights suits like the ones flying the UK C-17s? Our UK liaison officer at the moment is an Army dude; but I know the Canucks aren't, at least the one where I work is still wearing the Canadian flight suit. Even if they are, it should be plainly obvious that he isn't an American. For one, the wings are a dead giveaway, as is the accent. And if those clues don't turn on the light bulb, the big fucking Union Jack they are holding should! No, I think the general was being an ass. Seriously, if he is lacking that much SA, it is embarassing! One of the reasons I was happy to retire was that I could finally grow a real mustache, not just during March or deployments. Of course, now I am being told I need to shave it for my CPAP mask for my apnea. Fuck that... Cheers! M2

Not true, you can hope all you want...not, whether it happens or not is another question! I would recommend trying to get in touch with a USAF rabbi and asking these questions. You'll probably get the same answers as here, and possibly more insight into what it is like being Jewish in the USAF. Honestly, a person's religion is their business, and as long as you understand and accept that you may have to make adjustments due to your military service, you will be fine. But as stated, your service will take priority in some situations, even as an intel officer or if you do get to Cyber Command; and if you cannot accept that, then you should really look for some other line of work. But it is not as big of an issue as you think. Hell, I even work with a Navy officer who is a Muslim. It's not about his or anyone's religion, but about getting the job done, that matters... Cheers! M2

Pin a medal on that Flight Lieutenant! Anyone notice this? And we had some Army GO order all our SF guys who were there to shave. Just goes to show you who has true SA... Cheers! M2

Dang, beat me to it...great minds think alike! And CH, you're not insinuating that mischief05 might be a troll, are you? Cheers! M2

From AFA today (after you read through all the articles about Buzz and Wynne resigning...)

Hate to say it, for as noble as his actions were, walking off after this guy is lying on the ground bleeding (intentional or not) is not going to fare well in court! Had he (Todaro) stuck around and called 911, his defense of it being an accident that this assbag got hurt so bad would have been much stronger. As it stands, regardless of the reasons for what he did (and I fully agree with someone protecting the fairer sex), the result of his actions are how he is going to be judged. And if he gets convicted, it ain't gonna be pretty when the USAF gets a hold of him. That is, unless he was a world-class marathon runner whose daddy is a retired OSI colonel! Cheers! M2

Well, that's your first problem...treating this like some covert operation. What you want to do is make it very overt, and excute the mission in broad daylight. Just act like you are suppose to be doing what you are doing, look like you belong where you are, and 99% of the time no one will question you. Don't ask me how I know this... Cheers! M2

I does my old caveman heart good to see some of the old spirit of the USAF still survives! If that were some O-6 thinking he had a chance at a star, he'd be calling every agency on base to string those poor lieutenants up by their balls; but Worden tosses it right back at them! Don't read too deep into his reply, AEWingsMN, as it was intended for a select audience and this doesn't need to be turned into "some GO at ACC said UAVs suck!" blowback... Cheers! M2

Yeah, "naked" bikes are better for learners as a simple tip-over can be costly on a sportbike with full fairings. Trust me, I know that the hard way... The Suzuki SV650 is a great choice, and there are others out there that are equally good. Cheers! M2

Damn, just when I was saving some money for my kid's college fund, Springfield comes out with this. I hope he qualifies for grants and student loans! Cheers! M2

"I got it" "No, I got it" "No, I've got it!" Just kidding. Speculate all you want, it has no impact on the investigation as it is just a bunch of guys tossing down thoughts on a forum. I doubt anyone has any "inside" knowledge, and if they do, they know not to post it here. I blame al Qaida! Cheers! M2